Renato Balestra began designing in the 1940s and 1950s. Initially based in Rome, Italy he soon found success on an international scale. He was known for his fashion designs worn by Lauren Bacall, Elizabeth Taylor, Lauren Hutton, the Queen of Thailand, the Empress of Iran, the First Lady of the Egypt, among others. With the brand being revitalized over the last few years, the Renato Balestra handbag designs reflect his known preference for classic eternal elegance.